Annie Windley’s Journey from Anorexia to Recovery
For many, body image and weight can be a lifelong struggle.
Despite campaigns promoting self-acceptance, eating disorders continue to affect millions worldwide.
Annie Windley, a 21-year-old from Derbyshire, England, knows this battle well. At her lowest, she weighed just 29 kg (63 pounds), facing a high risk of heart failure and other serious health problems.
Diagnosed with anorexia in 2012, Annie began her recovery two years later but didn’t fully commit until October 2017.
“I can’t say exactly what occurred, but this time, it was just for myself,” she shared. The process was far from easy: “The battle was amazing; every day was filled with agonizing emotions and remarkable bravery.” Over the past four months, she has gained three stone — her healthiest weight since 2014.
